We really enjoyed our visit to RSVP - it’s an absolutely wonderful dining experience, with interesting and beautifully rich food, and a fun and upbeat ambience. It was a lovely occasion and a real treat.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Shaun Kennedy
Fun experience. Great hospitality
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Sam Slivinski
A truly unique experience. One dinner is served a night and it is traditional French cuisine set in an intimate cafe setting. Seven good size portions and a dessert means you will definitely be full. The food comes out at a good pace and the front man always has some witty comments. Bring your best bottle of wine, legendary empty bottles fill the restaurant from past dinners. It is shocking seeing some of the negative reviews of this place from people who would be better served eating at an Applebees. Don't go here if you're expecting to stop in and get a fast meal. You must call ahead and give your best pitch to the answering machine and hope to get a call back with a reservation.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Damian H.
This restaurant transported us to the rustic, flavorful, creative, and transformative meals we had in Paris! A local treasure that also is in one of the most beautiful parts of the state. We look forward to the next visit. Our meal was 7 courses and starting at 7 was a lot to consume. I suggest starting at 6.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Julie's bites
The food was exceptionally delicious, and the experience was very pleasant. You don't get a menu, you eat what the chef brings out. We had six courses. Officially it was five, the amuse bouche was substantial like an appetizer. Wasabi ice cream that was part of the amuse bouche started out the dinner with a bang. I really enjoyed it. It was followed by soup. Then a chicken dish, then a seafood dish, then a beef dish. Each one was excellent with interesting sides and sauces. Then coffee and dessert. The dinner lasted three hours. $140 per person. Plenty of free parking in the front.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Tim D
Leave your allergies at home. No substitutions! ONLY go if you're prepared to let the chef make ALL the decisions. Like many others, I celebrated my birthday at RSVP. What a place! Unique food experience. I dare not say this is a meal. This is a night out. Expect 3 hours of fun, chat and new friends. It's a very small, very exclusive environment where you meet the chef and the tables around for a fun chat, then meal. Bring your own wine, sit back and let the environment take over.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Kyle Nives
One of those hidden gems that I’m almost hesitant to review for fear of giving away the secret. Nonetheless, an awesome, unique experience every time. Embodies the character of northwest CT.
Kyle N
One of those hidden gems that I’m almost hesitant to review for fear of giving away the secret. Nonetheless, an awesome, unique experience every time. Embodies the character of northwest CT.
Robin Faulk
We just celebrated my birthday at RSVP. After having made reservations a month ahead, we were excited to finally experience the unique dining concept offered by this restaurant. No menu from which to order, no bar (BYOB), no credit cards taken, no dietary restrictions or substitutions allowed. The only requirements needed here are an adventurous spirit regarding food and a willingness to embrace whatever culinary delights Chef Guy chooses to prepare for the evening. We spent such a fantastic summer afternoon and evening in the peaceful town of West Cornwall, CT.Dinner begins with a loaf of freshly baked bread with creamy butter. Next comes an amuse-bouche followed by soup, poultry, seafood, meat, and dessert courses. Each course is truly a surprise and I found myself eagerly anticipating what would come next. Trust me, you will find yourself happily immersed in 3 hours of delectable cuisine all of which is perfectly proportioned, plated, and timed in its presentation. Charles is your host, server, and busboy all rolled into one. Charles and Guy have perfected a winning dining formula and you won’t find any restaurant owners more “hands on” than these two gentlemen. I already want to go back in a different season.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Yuki626
My boyfriend and I celebrated my birthday at RSVP and had a fantastic time. We had booked a month in advance due to the popularity of the unique dining experience offered by the restaurant. RSVP is only open Friday, Saturday, and Sunday evenings with one seating of a maximum of 16 patrons each evening. Reservations are a must and since they have no website or social media, you have to call them direct leaving a message with all pertinent information. Once the owner (Charles) calls you back to explain how everything works, you then decide if RSVP is the place for you or not. They have no menu from which to make selections and you have to be adventurous enough to embrace whatever the Chef feels like preparing that particular evening. They do not accommodate any food restrictions or substitutions of any kind. Each course is truly a surprise. I found them all to be creative and absolutely delicious and I felt like the 3 hours just flew by. You begin your dinner with freshly baked bread followed by an amuse-bouche, soup, poultry course, seafood course, meat course, and dessert. RSVP does not have a bar so it is strictly BYOB. They also do not accept credit cards so bring cash or a check with you. The dinner is $140 per person that includes tax and gratuity. We did not feel that this was a pretentious place at all- it was very mellow in fact and we had a great time. Bear in mind that there are only 2 people working during dinner- Guy who is the French chef and Charles who is your host, server, and busboy rolled into one. They don’t have time to lavish attention on any one individual so if you expect this, perhaps pick another restaurant. They are personable but are super busy preparing delicious food and seeing that all tables are served quickly before the food gets cold. I would definitely love to return one day to this idyllic place in rural Connecticut.
What an amazing experience we had at RSVP! The food, service, atmosphere- just everything was amazing. We traveled over an hour for our first time here, not knowing what to expect and it truly exceeded our expectations and then some. If you appreciate excellent food and personable hosts, you will love it here. I definitely recommend giving it a try and bringing your favorite wine to pair! Can't wait to come back.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Laurent S'Chevalier
Love, love, love this West Cornwall treasure owned by neighbors and friends Charlie and Guy!
Wheelchair accessibility: Yes it does!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Tarte Tatin, Chocolate Souffle, Fish Entree, Chocolate Tart
Michael Rivers
Loved being surprised by the food and it reminded me of bistros in France. Truly unique dining experience impossible to find anything similar or equal elsewhere in New England. Excellent food and we enjoyed the atmosphere. Nice to see the open exposed kitchen and chef working away. Very much looking forward to trying it again to see what they serve on a different night. This place is for the diner who is happy and willing to go along for the ride as there is no menu. To me, it’s a delight. Frankly, anyone that isn’t in for this experience strikes me as rather boring. But to each his own. Bring your own wine. Maybe a couple wine options(as we did) since you don’t know what will be served. If you’re an adventurous foodie RSVP is a must. Worth a trip from far IMHO.
John Canellakis
Fantastic dinner ambience
c brian breyre
A pretentious, bad food ,terribly serviced place .They only insist on cash paymentThan they asked for $20 more per personWhen we we’re paying them .
We really enjoyed our visit to RSVP - it’s an absolutely wonderful dining experience, with interesting and beautifully rich food, and a fun and upbeat ambience. It was a lovely occasion and a real treat.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Fun experience. Great hospitality
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
A truly unique experience. One dinner is served a night and it is traditional French cuisine set in an intimate cafe setting. Seven good size portions and a dessert means you will definitely be full. The food comes out at a good pace and the front man always has some witty comments. Bring your best bottle of wine, legendary empty bottles fill the restaurant from past dinners. It is shocking seeing some of the negative reviews of this place from people who would be better served eating at an Applebees. Don't go here if you're expecting to stop in and get a fast meal. You must call ahead and give your best pitch to the answering machine and hope to get a call back with a reservation.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
This restaurant transported us to the rustic, flavorful, creative, and transformative meals we had in Paris! A local treasure that also is in one of the most beautiful parts of the state. We look forward to the next visit. Our meal was 7 courses and starting at 7 was a lot to consume. I suggest starting at 6.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
The food was exceptionally delicious, and the experience was very pleasant. You don't get a menu, you eat what the chef brings out. We had six courses. Officially it was five, the amuse bouche was substantial like an appetizer. Wasabi ice cream that was part of the amuse bouche started out the dinner with a bang. I really enjoyed it. It was followed by soup. Then a chicken dish, then a seafood dish, then a beef dish. Each one was excellent with interesting sides and sauces. Then coffee and dessert. The dinner lasted three hours. $140 per person. Plenty of free parking in the front.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Leave your allergies at home. No substitutions! ONLY go if you're prepared to let the chef make ALL the decisions. Like many others, I celebrated my birthday at RSVP. What a place! Unique food experience. I dare not say this is a meal. This is a night out. Expect 3 hours of fun, chat and new friends. It's a very small, very exclusive environment where you meet the chef and the tables around for a fun chat, then meal. Bring your own wine, sit back and let the environment take over.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
One of those hidden gems that I’m almost hesitant to review for fear of giving away the secret. Nonetheless, an awesome, unique experience every time. Embodies the character of northwest CT.
One of those hidden gems that I’m almost hesitant to review for fear of giving away the secret. Nonetheless, an awesome, unique experience every time. Embodies the character of northwest CT.
We just celebrated my birthday at RSVP. After having made reservations a month ahead, we were excited to finally experience the unique dining concept offered by this restaurant. No menu from which to order, no bar (BYOB), no credit cards taken, no dietary restrictions or substitutions allowed. The only requirements needed here are an adventurous spirit regarding food and a willingness to embrace whatever culinary delights Chef Guy chooses to prepare for the evening. We spent such a fantastic summer afternoon and evening in the peaceful town of West Cornwall, CT.Dinner begins with a loaf of freshly baked bread with creamy butter. Next comes an amuse-bouche followed by soup, poultry, seafood, meat, and dessert courses. Each course is truly a surprise and I found myself eagerly anticipating what would come next. Trust me, you will find yourself happily immersed in 3 hours of delectable cuisine all of which is perfectly proportioned, plated, and timed in its presentation. Charles is your host, server, and busboy all rolled into one. Charles and Guy have perfected a winning dining formula and you won’t find any restaurant owners more “hands on” than these two gentlemen. I already want to go back in a different season.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
My boyfriend and I celebrated my birthday at RSVP and had a fantastic time. We had booked a month in advance due to the popularity of the unique dining experience offered by the restaurant. RSVP is only open Friday, Saturday, and Sunday evenings with one seating of a maximum of 16 patrons each evening. Reservations are a must and since they have no website or social media, you have to call them direct leaving a message with all pertinent information. Once the owner (Charles) calls you back to explain how everything works, you then decide if RSVP is the place for you or not. They have no menu from which to make selections and you have to be adventurous enough to embrace whatever the Chef feels like preparing that particular evening. They do not accommodate any food restrictions or substitutions of any kind. Each course is truly a surprise. I found them all to be creative and absolutely delicious and I felt like the 3 hours just flew by. You begin your dinner with freshly baked bread followed by an amuse-bouche, soup, poultry course, seafood course, meat course, and dessert. RSVP does not have a bar so it is strictly BYOB. They also do not accept credit cards so bring cash or a check with you. The dinner is $140 per person that includes tax and gratuity. We did not feel that this was a pretentious place at all- it was very mellow in fact and we had a great time. Bear in mind that there are only 2 people working during dinner- Guy who is the French chef and Charles who is your host, server, and busboy rolled into one. They don’t have time to lavish attention on any one individual so if you expect this, perhaps pick another restaurant. They are personable but are super busy preparing delicious food and seeing that all tables are served quickly before the food gets cold. I would definitely love to return one day to this idyllic place in rural Connecticut.
Restaurantji Recommends
What an amazing experience we had at RSVP! The food, service, atmosphere- just everything was amazing. We traveled over an hour for our first time here, not knowing what to expect and it truly exceeded our expectations and then some. If you appreciate excellent food and personable hosts, you will love it here. I definitely recommend giving it a try and bringing your favorite wine to pair! Can't wait to come back.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Love, love, love this West Cornwall treasure owned by neighbors and friends Charlie and Guy!
Wheelchair accessibility: Yes it does!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Tarte Tatin, Chocolate Souffle, Fish Entree, Chocolate Tart
Loved being surprised by the food and it reminded me of bistros in France. Truly unique dining experience impossible to find anything similar or equal elsewhere in New England. Excellent food and we enjoyed the atmosphere. Nice to see the open exposed kitchen and chef working away. Very much looking forward to trying it again to see what they serve on a different night. This place is for the diner who is happy and willing to go along for the ride as there is no menu. To me, it’s a delight. Frankly, anyone that isn’t in for this experience strikes me as rather boring. But to each his own. Bring your own wine. Maybe a couple wine options(as we did) since you don’t know what will be served. If you’re an adventurous foodie RSVP is a must. Worth a trip from far IMHO.
Fantastic dinner ambience
A pretentious, bad food ,terribly serviced place .They only insist on cash paymentThan they asked for $20 more per personWhen we we’re paying them .
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